Wobbly Boots Roadhouse: Gala of Trees 2018

Thursday, December 6, 2018

UPDATE: We Had a VERY Successful 2018 Gala of Trees!

If you were not able to stop by Wobbly Boots Roadhouse in Osage Beach during our 2018 Gala of Trees that took place November 14-17, you missed out on a holiday scene so beautiful it would have taken your breath away! The main goal for this incredible Lake of the Ozarks annual event wasn't just to make the Boot look pretty and festive for a week, but rather to raise money for some wonderful local organizations. Boy, did we ever do that!

A VERY Successful Fundraiser
This year the Gala of Trees was able to raise a whopping $20,015.86!!! Those proceeds were divided among 4 amazing organizations that each do their part to bring happiness to local lake area children and their families.

The Mirah Walters Scholarship Program - $1,000
The Jessica & Malachi Brazil Foundation - $1,000
Lake of the Ozarks Rotary Club - $8,015.86
Idiots Club - $10,000

The generosity didn't stop there! According to chairperson Christy Clark Janssen, many bid-winners donated their winnings back to spread even more holiday cheer.

"We had a humbling year for Gala of Trees by the generosity of the sponsors and buyers!! We were able to raise $20,015.86 to give to the Idiots Club, Lake of the Ozarks Rotary Club, Jessica And Malachi Brazil Foundation and The Mirah Walters Scholarship fund.

We had Steve and Debbie Rumple purchase a tree and donate it to be resold. We had Jason Huelett purchase the Mack’s Creek Kids tree. The kids decorate the tree to help give back for the money they have been given from Gala of Trees. Jason donated the tree back to the kids and they were thrilled. We had Bill Long donate his tree to CADV to a mom and two children so they have a Christmas Tree this year.

We can’t believe the generosity of all those who purchased items! My mom Pam and I can’t thank you enough. We were able to bring the 10 year total to $105,015.86 we are so thankful to all of you for helping and for giving." ~Christy Clark Janssen

Our Next Fundraiser

Wobbly Boots Roadhouse will be giving back to the community again through our upcoming Bourbon Fireside Dinner on Tuesday, December 18, 2018. This event is nowhere near as big as the Gala of Trees has grown to be, but it is a fun evening filled with delicious food, rare bourbons, and great company. Chef Kevin McCowan will be preparing a 5-course gourmet meal paired with bourbons from the hosting distillery, Buffalo Trace Distillery and Sazerac.

Tickets are $125 each, and a portion of those ticket sales will benefit the Lake of the Ozarks Idiots Club. This wonderful organization is very active in our community, helping local in-need children throughout the entire year. Tickets to this first in a series of Bourbon Fireside Dinners are limited to only 20. If you are interested, call 573-348-2277 to reserve your tickets or you can simply drop by Wobbly Boots Roadhouse in Osage Beach to pick them up in person.

Join Us Again Next Year!

If you were not able to attend the 10th Annual Gala of Trees this year, go ahead and mark it on your calendars for 2019! This amazing annual event at the Lake of the Ozarks always takes place the week before Thanksgiving week.

The 2018 Gala of Trees Board Members

Wobbly Boot BBQ is very proud to be the home to this very special event, and we are extremely thankful for Christy Janssen and Pam Leffringhouse for starting it 10 years ago and continuing to support it to this day. Also, thank you to everyone here in the Lake of the Ozarks that participated. It's a wonderful community to live in full of incredible people that make it a joy to live and work here.

BEST BBQ at the Lake of the Ozarks

4717 Osage Beach Parkway

Osage Beach, MO 65065

573-348-2277

www.WobblyBootsBBQ.com

Dining Hours:

11am - 10pm, 7 Days Week

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11am - 1am, Mon-Sat
11am -12pm Sun

Wednesday, November 7, 2018

Join Us For The 10th Annual Gala of Trees

It's time once again to deck the halls of Wobbly Boots Roadhouse for one of our favorite annual events at the Lake of the Ozarks - the 2018 Gala of Trees! This will be the 10th year for this fantastic fundraising event, so we're doing our best to make it bigger and better than ever. The only thing we're missing is you!

Silent Auction
November 14-17
The Gala of Trees is an event that takes place every year prior to Thanksgiving. Our Lake of the Ozarks family BBQ restaurant is filled with gorgeous decorated wreaths and trees for the holidays that you get to bid on silent auction-style. Bids may be placed anytime between Wednesday, November 14-Saturday, November 17.

The holiday trees and wreaths are pre-decorated by local businesses and organizations with all kinds of interesting items, some that you would expect, and some that may surprise you, such as wine bottles, coupons, event tickets, discounts, and even more! Proceeds from this silent auction are given to Candyland and The Idiot's Club to purchase toys for local children. So, not only do you get some amazing decorations to take home, but you're helping out your community at the same time!

Kick-Off Party
Wednesday, Nov. 14
There is no charge to place a bid on trees and wreaths, but we will be hosting a ticketed Kick-Off Party beginning at 5:30 pm on Wednesday evening to really get this event started with a bang! Tickets are $20 each and include a buffet, one glass of Gala Punch, and a chance to win a very special Gala Christmas Wreath to be given away that night at 8 pm. This is a terrific way to kick-off not only this event but also your own holiday party scene.

Cans For Christmas
Friday, Nov. 16
Toys aren't the only items needed for the holidays. Local food pantries often need some help restocking their shelves, so we're dedicating Friday night during the Gala of Trees to this important cause. Bring 5 non-perishable items into Wobbly Boots Roadhouse on this day and receive an appetizer for half-price! (One per person) We have a lot of delicious appetizers to choose from, including those famous Wobbly Wings, and for some reason, they taste even better when they're half-price!

Silent Auction Ends & Live Auction Begins
Saturday, Nov. 17
Saturday is your last chance to come into the Boot and make your final silent auction bids. Don't take it for granted that your bid was the highest, because someone may have come in since you've been here and wanted that same gorgeous item just as much!

The silent auction closes at 8 pm, but will immediately be followed by a live auction for even more terrific stuff that you're going to want to take home. In other words, plan now to spend your Saturday night here with us!

We want to send a special thank you out to all of this year's Gala of Trees sponsors, listed on the flyer below, as well as to all of the wonderful businesses and organizations that take the time to decorate and donate fantastic trees and wreaths for this special occasion. Also, an extra-special, full of holiday cheer thank you goes out to Christy Janssen and Pam Leffringhouse. They are the ones responsible for starting this spectacular event which has raised and donated $85,000.00 over the past nine years!

Start your holiday season a little early right here with us at the 10th Annual Gala of Trees at Wobbly Boots Roadhouse in Osage Beach November 14-17, 2018. The feeling you will get when you walk into this holiday wonderland, plus the fact that you are helping to give someone else a beautiful holiday, will truly get you into the spirit of the season. Mark your calendars now and don't miss a moment of the excitement!